Adult Education - Adult Basic Education (GED) and High School Equivalency Instructor

Adult Education - Adult Basic Education (GED) and High School Equivalency Instructor

The Dutchess BOCES Adult Learning Institute is looking for enthusiastic and nurturing instructors for adults returning to the classroom with the goal of obtaining a New York High School Equivalency Diploma (GED).

Terms of employment:
Part-time, Evenings

Reports to:

Program Coordinator

Supervises: N/A

Qualifications, experience and competencies:

• Bachelors Degree required, Masters Degree K-12 Permanent Certification preferred, but not required. If no teaching certification, must be eligible and willing to apply for NY Adult Education Certification within 6 months of start date.
• The ideal candidate will have experience working with adults of varied socioeconomic, cultural, educational, and/or differently-abled backgrounds, particularly in an educational setting.
• Must be confident teaching high school math and language skills.
• Great opportunity for retired teachers, new college graduates, and those who wish to make a difference and change lives in a positive way.

Knowledge, skills and abilities duties and responsibilities:

• Job duties include creating individualized lesson plans, public outreach, student communication, progress and attendance tracking, and assessment administration.
• Classes hours vary, depending on location but typically run 3 hours a day, 2-4 days a week, for a total of 6-9 hours weekly. Potential classroom instructors must be able to commit to a set weekly schedule, although applicants for substitute teachers on an as-needed basis are welcome!
• Classes are open entry and in person. Students are 18 and older.

Evaluation:
Program Coordinator Salary: $25 per hour